Texas-Style Beer Can Chicken

This Texas-style beer can chicken recipe combines smoky flavors with tender and juicy meat. The chicken is rubbed with a mix of spices, then cooked upright on a beer can for added moisture and flavor. It's a popular dish at barbecues and tailgate parties, and guaranteed to impress your guests. Serve with your favorite sides and enjoy the taste of Texas!

Ingredients

• 1 whole chicken (3-4 pounds)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons paprika
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 can of beer (12 ounces)
• 1 handful of wood chips (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat your grill to medium heat. If using wood chips, soak them in water for 30 minutes.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, brown sugar, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to make a spice rub.
3. Remove any giblets from the chicken and pat it dry with paper towels. Rub the chicken all over with olive oil.
4. Sprinkle the spice rub evenly over the chicken, making sure to coat all sides.
5. If using wood chips, drain them and place them in a smoker box or a foil packet with holes poked in it. Place the wood chips directly on the grill grates.
6. Open the beer can and take a few sips to empty about 1/4 of the can. Insert the beer can into the cavity of the chicken, so it stands upright with the can in the cavity and the chicken legs forming a tripod.
7. Place the chicken, still on the beer can, on the grill grates away from direct heat. Close the lid and cook for about 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) in the thickest part of the thigh.
8. Carefully remove the chicken from the grill, making sure not to spill the hot beer. Let the chicken rest for about 10 minutes before removing the beer can and carving.
9. Serve the Texas-style beer can chicken with your favorite sides and enjoy!

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